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Miller among 34 Super 2s eligible for arbitration

San Diego reliever Mason Miller, Los Angeles Angels shortstop Zach Neto and Kansas City third baseman Maikel Garcia are among 34 players with two-to-three years or service time who are eligible for salary arbitration.

MLB News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / November 6

Angels Add Pitcher From Twins in First Move of Offseason

The Los Angeles Angels made their first move of the offseason Thursday, claiming right-handed relief pitcher Cody Lawyerson off waivers from the Minnesota Twins.

Cody Laweryson News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 6

Angels claim righty Cody Laweryson off waivers from Twins

The Los Angeles Angels announced that they’ve claimed right-handed reliever Cody Laweryson off waivers from the Minnesota Twins. That’ll bring the Halos’ 40-man roster count to 34 players while dropping the Twins to 38.

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 6

Braves decline option on David Fletcher, outright four players

The Atlanta Braves have declined their $8M club option on infielder David Fletcher, per Mark Bowman of MLB.com. The team also announced Thursday that they have outrighted LHP Austin Cox, RHP Joel Payamps, catcher Chuckie Robinson and outfielder Carlos Rodríguez to Triple-A Gwinnett.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

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MLB News / Last Word On Sports / November 5

Phillies Reportedly Fit For Angels Outfielders

Jon Morosi of MLB Network reported that the Philadelphia Phillies are a trade fit for two Los Angeles Angels outfielders. Morosi reported that the Angels are open to trading at least one of Jo Adell and Taylor Ward this offseason.

MLB News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / November 5

Angels Linked to Mariners' Breakout Star in Free Agency

The Los Angeles Angels have been caught between a rock and a proverbial hard place over the last decade. Saddled with the longest postseason drought in the big leagues, the aim this offseason should be trying to acquire veteran players with proven track records.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / November 4

Angels Lose 10 Players to Free Agency

With the 2025 MLB season officially over with the Dodgers securing their second World Series title in as many years, it's time for the mixing and matching that is MLB free agency.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / November 4

Angels Tabbed as Top Fit for Projected $168 Million All-Star Outfielder in Free Agency

The Los Angeles Angels are in the market for an outfielder this offseason, and The Athletic's Jim Bowden believes New York Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger is a prime candidate to fill the holes in their lineup.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / November 3

Angels Pegged as Top Landing Spot for All-Star Batting Champion in Free Agency

The Los Angeles Angels have several holes to address in their lineup this offseason, and MLB.com's Mark Feinsand believes they could make a move on All-Star and three-time batting champion Luis Arraez.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / November 3

Angels Tabbed as Best Fit for Projected $92 Million All-Star Third Baseman

There's no secret the Los Angeles Angels need to add more thump to their lineup. The Jorge Soler experiment did not pan out. Taylor Ward could be on his way out, Logan O'Hoppe regressed badly, Mike Trout still remains injury-prone, and the lack of a true run-producing threat in the heart of the order has to be solved one way or another.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

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Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / November 2

Angels Targeting 4 Key Position Upgrades This Offseason, Says Insider

Los Angeles Angels insider Rhett Bollinger revealed the Halos are looking to improve upon four specific areas on their roster in the upcoming offseason.

MLB News / Last Word On Sports / November 1

Angels Hire Former Rangers Pitching Coach to Same Position

News broke on Friday that the Los Angeles Angels have agreed to a one-year deal to bring in former Texas Rangers pitching coach Mike Maddux for the same position.

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Angels Poach Pitching Coach From AL West Rival in Splash Move

The Los Angeles Angels made their first big addition to the coaching staff following the appointment of Kurt Suzuki as manager, bringing in pitching coach Mike Maddux from the Texas Rangers.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 31

Writer questions Angels’ desire to win in lengthy rant

It was the same story after another year as the Los Angeles Angels missed the playoffs for the 10th straight season. The Angels struggled again, despite the prescience of Mike Trout, as the entire team was unable to win games consistently.

Albert Pujols News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / October 30

Former Angels Communications Director Scathes 'Ego First' Albert Pujols

The Angels interviewed future Hall of Fame slugger Albert Pujols for their managerial vacancy earlier this month. The job ultimately went to Kurt Suzuki, but Pujols walked away undeterred.

Kyle Hendricks News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / October 29

Angels Veteran Pitcher Addresses Possible Retirement

Despite a litany of news sources reporting his intentions to retire, Angels starting pitcher Kyle Hendricks has not made public his decision to either retire or return for his 13th season in the major leagues.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / October 29

Angels GM Takes Clear Stance on Logan O'Hoppe's Future With Team

Los Angeles Angels catcher Logan O'Hoppe had a frustrating season. Despite 19 home runs, one shy of tying last season's mark, he was batting .213 with a .629 OPS.

Kurt Suzuki News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 23

Angels to make significant changes to coaching staff

Manager Kurt Suzuki won’t be the only fresh face in the Angels’ dugout next season. Sam Blum of The Athletic reports that Los Angeles is expected to have an almost entirely new coaching staff in 2026.

Kurt Suzuki News / Larry Brown Sports / October 22

Angels gave their new manager a very strange contract

The Los Angeles Angels hired Kurt Suzuki as their new manager, but one of the terms of Suzuki’s new contract sticks out in an unusual way. Sam Blum of The Athletic reported Wednesday that Suzuki only agreed to a 1-year contract with the Angels.

Mike Trout News / Field Level Media / October 22

Mike Trout testifies he confronted Erik Kay about possible drug use

Los Angeles Angels star outfielder Mike Trout, testifying on Tuesday in the civil trial brought by the family of late pitcher Tyler Skaggs, accusing the club of wrongful death, said he knew that then-team communications director Eric Kay had a drug problem.

Kurt Suzuki News / Yardbarker / October 22

Angels make decision on their manager for 2026

Los Angeles has decided on one of its former players to take the reins.

Dodgers linked to All-Star free agent

Cardinals open door for Yadier Molina's return in surprising way

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Albert Pujols News / Larry Brown Sports / October 20

Albert Pujols is reportedly no longer a candidate for the Angels job

Albert Pujols had been viewed for weeks as the favorite to become the next manager of the Los Angeles Angels, but he is reportedly no longer in consideration for the job.